Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Rich Man, Poor Man, Beggar Man, Thief
TINKER
I’m a tinker I travel lots,
So I have no fixed address.
I can mend your kettles and pots,
Will they look new? Answer’s, “Yes”.
TAILOR
I’m a tailor I live in Wales,
Our suits are made to measure.
We’re famous for top hats and tails,
Outfits you’ll always treasure.
SOLDIER
I’m a soldier I drive the tanks,
I’ve had many a close call.
I’ve lived in fields and on sand banks,
Hoping that one day I don’t fall.
SAILOR
I’m a sailor I live in Hull,
Ever since I was a boy.
My life was boring and dull,
Until I played with a ship toy.
RICH MAN
I’m a rich man I live in Bath,
Many people work for me.
I’m on the straight and narrow path,
Always that’s where you need to be.
POOR MAN
I’m a poor man from the East End,
Skivvy at the theatre.
Singing out loud I can pretend,
Things can only get better.
BEGGAR MAN
I’m a beggar man on a street,
I like to play my guitar.
Someone famous I hope to meet,
So they’ll see a real star.
THIEF
I’m a thief I live in Wapping,
I take opportunities like,
Nicking other people’s shopping,
Soon I’ll hope to pinch your bike.
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